We developed a common pattern for rendering artifacts in VSTS so that these controls could be used throughout the product, forming a common language for previously unrelated pieces of information. Because of these patterns we were able to add other scoped links controls to the work item form, such as "related work," and enable users to add their own custom controls as well.

Additionally, we built in a series of calls to action throughout the Dev-Ops pipeline to encourage healthy development practices and help users fall into the pit of success.